Finance Manager

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Penwortham; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established construction business in Greater Preston is seeking a Finance Manager to lead their finance team. This full-time, on-site role offers a unique opportunity to influence financial planning and analysis while collaborating closely with senior leadership. The ideal candidate will possess strong FP&A skills and a commercial mindset, enabling them to drive strategic decisions and foster team development. Join a supportive environment where you can make a real impact and shape the future of the finance team.

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified in finance (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent).
• Proven experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance role.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the finance team for high performance.
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management.
• Drive process improvements and enhance financial systems.

Skills

FP&A

Commercial Acumen

Team Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

CIMA

ACCA

ACA

Job description

Location: Penwortham, Lancashire

Description:

Finance Manager - 48,000 - 55,000 Greater Preston Construction Sector

Agility Resourcing is delighted to be working on behalf of a successful construction business based in Greater Preston, currently seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join their team. This is a brilliant opportunity for a professionally qualified finance professional with strong FP&A skills and commercial acumen, looking to make a real impact in a hands-on leadership role.

Please note: This is a full-time, on-site position (5 days per week) based at the company's offices in Greater Preston.

About the Role:

Reporting directly to the Finance Director, the Finance Manager will take full responsibility for financial planning and analysis, business partnering, and team management. You'll be leading and developing a small finance team, playing a key role in mentoring, upskilling, and supporting their continued growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage, mentor, and develop the finance team to ensure high performance and continuous improvement
• Prepare and present accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to senior management, highlighting key trends and financial KPIs.
• Oversee or perform balance sheet and bank reconciliations, ensuring all accounts are accurate, complete, and compliant with accounting standards.
• Deliver clear, insightful analysis to support strategic business decisions
• Partner with non-finance teams to drive commercial performance
• Oversee preparation of monthly management accounts and reports
• Drive process improvements and enhance financial systems and controls

What We're Looking For:

• Professionally qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent)
• Proven experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance role
• Strong background in FP&A with a commercial mindset
• Demonstrated experience managing and developing finance teams
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

What's on Offer:

• Salary of 48,000 - 55,000 per annum
• Key leadership role in a well-established and growing construction business
• Direct involvement with senior leadership and strategic decision-making
• A supportive, people-focused environment where you can shape the finance team
• On-site role, offering daily collaboration and visibility across the business

For more information or to apply, please send your CV to Jamie Capper at Agility Resourcing -